2009 Dodge Journey Review

The 2009 Dodge Journey is a new midsize crossover that offers some promising features in an already impacted segment. Right off the bat, the new Journey claims to have secured the coveted best in class for MPG, with 19mpg city, and 25mpg for highway. A lot of potential customers will be looking for that claim in a non-hybrid vehicle. Journey claims that distinction with one of its engine options, the 2.4L 4-cylinder world engine which also boasts of 173hp and 166lb-ft of torque.

For those with a penchant for higher performance, you can order your Journey with a 3.5L 235hp V6 that manages 16mpg city and 23mpg highway with the FWD drive train and 15mpg city and 22mpg highway with the AWD model. The V6 model comes with a 6-speed automatic with Auto Stick, a smooth auto-manual option. Get the sturdy and dependable 4-speed automatic on the 4-cylinder power train. The Dodge Journey's exterior is a combination of the familiar cross-hair chrome grille and departure from the norm in styling. Bold style lines combined with attractive new 19" wheels are sure to attract a lot of attention.

Available in three trims, the SE, SXT, and R/T with AWD optional in the last two, the R/T offers a sport suspension package and plenty of racing-inspired accessories. The SXT is bristling with technological hardware and audio capabilities that rival a home stereo system. Safety is brought to a new pinnacle with Journey's six airbags, 4-wheel disc brakes, and ABS, brake augmentation, traction and stability containment.

2009 Dodge Journey has succeeded in making a bold, muscular statement that captures the potency of the SUV concept. Its versatile seating and cargo options are sure to please the hard core SUV aficionado.